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Northwind 29 Paceship
Designer: C&C  ·  Builder: Paceship Yachts (Can)  ·  First built: 1969
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About the Northwind 29 Paceship

Produced by Paceship Yachts, a Canadian builder with a strong reputation for crafting capable and accessible sailboats, the Northwind 29 represents a well-rounded cruising vessel aimed at sailors seeking comfortable weekend and coastal adventures. Paceship developed a loyal following throughout their production years by delivering boats that balanced practical design with genuine sailing performance, and the Northwind 29 fits squarely within that tradition. Suited primarily to coastal cruising and protected water sailing, this boat appeals to sailors who want a manageable yet capable platform without the demands of a larger vessel. Its size places it in a sweet spot for couples or small families looking to explore anchorages and coastal passages with confidence. Paceship's builds were generally known for solid construction and sensible layout choices, making them durable options in the used boat market. For those researching the Northwind 29, its appeal lies in its accessibility and heritage as part of a respected Canadian production line. Prospective buyers are encouraged to prioritize a thorough survey, as with any used production boat, to ensure the vessel has been well maintained over the years.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 28.79 ft / 8.78 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 22.00 ft / 6.71 m
Beam 9.15 ft / 2.79 m
Max Draft 6.75 ft / 2.06 m
Displacement 6,600.00 lb / 2,994 kg
Ballast 3,180.00 lb / 1,442 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Keel/CB & spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer C&C
Builder Paceship Yachts (CAN)
First Built 1969
Last Built 1972
Number Built 104
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Performance Ratios
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
48.18
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
276.71
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 4.31 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 3.08 ft / 0.94 m
J (Foretriangle Base) 11.50 ft / 3.51 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 374.00 ft² / 34.75 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Universal
Engine & Accommodations
Fuel Capacity 15 gals / 57 L
Water Capacity 25 gals / 95 L
How It Compares

vs. Lancer 29 3, Ranger 29 Mull, Seafarer 29

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Dimensions
LOA
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
28.8 ft
Lancer 29 3
28.7 ft
Ranger 29 Mull
28.6 ft
Seafarer 29
28.7 ft
LWL
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
22.0 ft
Lancer 29 3
23.5 ft
Ranger 29 Mull
23.0 ft
Seafarer 29
21.3 ft
Beam
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
9.2 ft
Lancer 29 3
10.0 ft
Ranger 29 Mull
9.3 ft
Seafarer 29
9.0 ft
Displacement
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
6 lbs
Lancer 29 3
7 lbs
Ranger 29 Mull
6 lbs
Seafarer 29
6 lbs
Ballast
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
3 lbs
Lancer 29 3
3 lbs
Ranger 29 Mull
3 lbs
Seafarer 29
2 lbs
Sail Area
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
Lancer 29 3
374 sq ft
Ranger 29 Mull
410 sq ft
Seafarer 29
357 sq ft
Performance
PHRF Rating (lower = faster)
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
Lancer 29 3
194 s/nm
Ranger 29 Mull
Seafarer 29
210 s/nm
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
Lancer 29 3
15.3
Ranger 29 Mull
18.5
Seafarer 29
16.3
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
48.2 %
Lancer 29 3
38.5 %
Ranger 29 Mull
Seafarer 29
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
Lancer 29 3
22.4
Ranger 29 Mull
21.4
Seafarer 29
23.3
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
Lancer 29 3
2.02
Ranger 29 Mull
1.98
Seafarer 29
1.92
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
276
Lancer 29 3
268
Ranger 29 Mull
Seafarer 29
Hull Speed
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
Lancer 29 3
6.5 kts
Ranger 29 Mull
6.4 kts
Seafarer 29
6.2 kts
Speed Number (higher = faster)
Northwind 29 Paceship ★
Lancer 29 3
1.9
Ranger 29 Mull
2.4
Seafarer 29
1.6
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